Timeline

20th century

1. November 1, 1993★★★★★

   European Union established by the Maastricht Treaty

   The Maastricht Treaty enters into force, formally establishing the European Union and laying the groundwork for a single currency.

   TreatyPolitics· Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Greece, Spain, Portugal
2. April 10, 1998★★★★★

   Good Friday Agreement

   The British and Irish governments and Northern Ireland's parties sign a peace agreement, ending most of the violence of the Troubles.

   Treaty· United Kingdom, Ireland